First Date Energy

A stand-up comedy show at The Velveeta Room offers an easy shared plan, with tickets from $10 to $23.18.

Watch eight local short films followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers at the ATX Short Film Showcase.

See seven comics each perform seven minutes, with the audience deciding who wins.

Austin Action News! is an improv comedy show at Fallout Theater, making for a low-stakes shared activity.

Browse the Dougherty Arts Center’s opening of “Outlet Within,” featuring work by five resident artists, during the 7–9pm reception.

Sample artisanal ciders from around the world with Brandon Wilde of Texas Keeper Cidery, elevated bites and DJ Hip Stir for $17.88.

Hear folksy tunes in the backyard of The Antique Mule during this free after-hours concert.

Take a public-art walking tour starting at the Dougherty Arts Center.

Browse more than 60 gourmet food vendors and artisans at the Arboretum Food and Artisan Market.